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Can't drive 55? MnDOT OKs 60 mph on many state highways

Can't drive 55? MnDOT OKs 60 mph on many state highways

Transportation officials are raising speed limits on thousands of miles of two-lane state highways outside the Twin Cities metro area. The changes are already in place along some stretches.
by Tim Nelson

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St. Paul man charged in toddler's death

A criminal complaint filed in Ramsey County charges 25-year-old Alontae Butts with second-degree murder without intent. The complaint says toddler was in cardiac arrested when paramedics brought him to Children's Hospital Jan. 15. He died a short time later.
by The Associated Press

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Judge declares Iowa fetal heartbeat law unconstitutional

An Iowa state judge on Tuesday struck down the state's restrictive "fetal heartbeat" abortion law, which would have been the most restrictive anti-abortion law in the nation.
by Associated Press

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Report says 1 in 3 U.N. staffers has been sexually harassed

Report says 1 in 3 U.N. staffers has been sexually harassed

The organization surveyed over 30,000 respondents. The findings reflect a disturbing trend of inappropriate behavior in the humanitarian world.
by Malaka Gharib

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UnitedHealthcare alleges price fixing on generic drugs

UnitedHealthcare alleges price fixing on generic drugs

The big Twin Cities-based health insurer is accusing drug makers of colluding to protect their market shares and profits.
by Martin Moylan

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House committee approves 'hands-free' cellphone bill

House committee approves 'hands-free' cellphone bill

Minnesotans who have lost loved ones in crashes involving distracted drivers are urging lawmakers to pass a hands-free cellphone requirement this year to prevent similar tragedies.
by Tim Pugmire

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